Emerald: Meaning, Popularity, Origin of Baby Name Emerald | Girls
Origin of the name Emerald:
Taken from emerald, which denotes the bright green variety of beryl used in jewelry making.
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I knew someone named Emerald who became a great friend of mine. We always thought it funny because my name is Amethyst and together we were "two little gems".
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Emmie
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It is the birthstone for May. Believed to bring goodness to one's life. Also believed to reveal what is true or false and can make people more intelligent and honest. It is also associated with the Greek goddess Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, and was said to protect lovers from unfaithfulness.
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Emerald Cunard, English writer, heiress, activist, and socialite (born Nancy Clara Cunard)
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